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A23 TGM

2012 BMW 118

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,981 mi
Last recorded143,981 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 11870,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 TGM
MakeBMW
Model118
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 143,981 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front and rear brake pad sensor wires broken

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Daytime running light not working

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn outer edge

Fail 22 Nov 2025 143,981 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front and rear brake pad sensor wires broken

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6/2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Daytime running light not working

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn outer edge

Pass 8 Nov 2024 127,495 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2023 107,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 92,549 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 85,234 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Oct 2020 77,924 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Oct 2020 77,924 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge = 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Oct 2019 70,877 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Nov 2018 60,288 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 60,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 51,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 51,898 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight lip (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight lip (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight lip (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 @ 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight lip (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 38,342 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 28,480 miles

smoke test too clean to read.

How Reliable is the BMW 118?

Based on 1,923,256 MOT tests across 197,877 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,893
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
197,877
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,763
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,229
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,699
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,439
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,974
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A23 TGM is a 2012 BMW 118 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 BMW 118 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 70,227 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 118 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,763 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 TGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 118 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 118 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A23 TGM registered?

A23 TGM is a 2012 BMW 118, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is A23 TGM safe to buy?

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